R4232E K9 SWAT/High Risk Patrol (SKIDDS/CATS) Course- Idaho Falls

CATS is for handlers and K9’s that need a little help before they train with their departments SWAT team. CATS is also for patrol K9 teams that don’t have a SWAT team, will never search with a SWAT team and need a class to improve their officer safety and searching techniques.

The same techniques that are taught at S.K.I.D.D.S. are taught at CATS.

CATS is open to all sworn police officers and military police who are currently members of their departments K9 unit or SWAT team. SWAT and K9 supervisor are encouraged to attend.

REQUIRED EQUIPMENT

Uniform and Duty Gear

Duty weapon and 250 rounds of handgun ammo

Vest, Tactical Vest and Helmet

Flashlights

Muzzle

30 foot leash

Collars

Large cotton balls

Gas Masks

Eyes and Ear protection

First Aid Equipment

Elbow and Knee Pads

Large amounts of drinking water for handler and dogs

Rain Gear

Bite Suit

Challenge Coin

SWAT Uniform

Duty weapon with approx. 100 rounds of handgun ammo and shoulder weapon with approx. 250 rounds of ammo

Vest, Tactical Vest and Helmet

Flashlights

Gas Mask

Eyes and Ear Protection

Ballistic Shield and Mirror

Elbow and Knee Pads

Radio Communications (Optional)

Drone or robot equipment (if operator present)

One Flash Bang – EDD per person

Large amounts of drinking water

Rain gear

Challenge Coin